Deadline: 27-May-2026
The AFTI Programme aims to strengthen Nigeria’s food systems by improving agricultural productivity, market linkages, resilience, and community stability.
Key focus areas include:
- Agricultural recovery and livelihoods support
- Cash and voucher assistance
- Smallholder farmer market access
- Post-harvest loss reduction
- Digital agricultural services
- Climate-resilient farming practices
- Community mobilization and self-reliance
- Gender-transformative approaches
- Social cohesion and peacebuilding
- Strengthening government-community linkages
The programme aligns with Nigeria’s Food System Transformation Strategy and is part of a multi-agency collaboration between:
- World Food Programme
- FAO
- IFAD
- UNICEF
Implementation Scope
The programme will be implemented in:
- Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC)
- Jere Local Government Area
- Mafa Local Government Area
Duration:
- 9 months
The intervention builds on existing resilience infrastructure, including:
- Irrigation systems
- Livelihood support units
- Solar cold-chain hubs
- Greenhouse irrigation facilities
- Aquaculture systems
- Water reservoirs (post-2024 Alau Dam flooding recovery efforts)
These assets aim to strengthen long-term food security and agricultural resilience.
Key Programme Components
Agricultural Recovery and Market Systems
- Strengthening structured B2B agricultural markets
- Reducing post-harvest losses
- Improving storage and processing systems
- Expanding digital agriculture platforms
- Supporting farmer market integration
Livelihoods and Resilience
- Cash and voucher assistance for vulnerable households
- Support for smallholder farmers
- Climate-smart agriculture adoption
- Improved agricultural productivity systems
Social Cohesion and Peacebuilding
- Community dialogue and reconciliation mechanisms
- Peacebuilding structures in Konduga LGA
- Accountability and grievance systems
- Gender-inclusive peacebuilding approaches
- Strengthening trust between communities and institutions
Expected Outcomes
The programme aims to achieve:
- Revitalized peacebuilding and community governance structures
- Improved community participation in decision-making
- Stronger gender equality and protection mechanisms
- Better feedback and accountability systems
- Enhanced cooperation between communities and government institutions
- Increased agricultural productivity and market access
Who Is Eligible?
World Food Programme is seeking:
- A qualified NGO or CSO
- Strong operational presence in Borno State
- Experience in agriculture, livelihoods, or food systems
- Capacity for community mobilization and implementation
Preferred capabilities include:
- Local field operations
- Agricultural recovery expertise
- Experience with digital agriculture systems
- Ability to manage partnerships and subcontracting
Required Partnerships
The selected organization may collaborate with:
- Private sector digital agriculture providers
- Logistics and supply chain actors
- Post-harvest technology firms
- Agro-processing and market platform providers
How to Apply
Applicants should:
- Review programme objectives and geographic scope
- Demonstrate strong local implementation capacity
- Show experience in agriculture, resilience, or peacebuilding
- Provide a detailed operational plan for 9-month delivery
- Outline partnerships with private sector and technical actors
- Submit Expression of Interest as per WFP guidelines
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Lack of demonstrated local presence in Borno State
- Weak understanding of post-harvest and market systems
- Ignoring social cohesion and peacebuilding components
- Missing private sector partnership strategy
- Overly general or non-operational implementation plans
FAQ
Who is leading the programme?
World Food Programme in collaboration with FAO, IFAD, and UNICEF.
Where will the programme be implemented?
MMC, Jere, Mafa, and parts of Konduga LGA in Borno State.
What is the programme duration?
9 months.
Who can apply?
Qualified NGOs or CSOs with strong operational capacity and local presence in Borno State.
What are the main goals?
Improve agricultural systems, strengthen markets, reduce post-harvest losses, and enhance social cohesion.
Conclusion
The AFTI Programme led by World Food Programme represents a targeted effort to rebuild food systems, strengthen market access, and improve community resilience in conflict-affected areas of Borno State. By integrating agriculture, digital innovation, and peacebuilding, the initiative aims to create sustainable livelihoods and stronger, more cohesive communities.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.